Leadership: Page 18

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    Utah becomes third state to put new CPA licensure paths on the books

    So far this year Utah, Virginia and Ohio have all adopted laws offering new routes to CPA licensure that don’t require 150 hours of college credit. 

    By • March 26, 2025
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    Wild changes unlikely at FTC with Democrats fired, former chair says

    The FTC is now operating with with just two commissioners, both Republicans. Trump has been accused of illegally firing two Democrats without cause.

    By • March 26, 2025
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    CFO best practices in the evolving generative AI era

    As the initial frenzy around the launch of generative artificial intelligence subsides, a new GenAI era appears to be taking shape.

    By CFO Dive staff
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    Ex-Tesla CFO leads $16.5M Series A for startup Jolly

    Zach Kirkhorn previously served as Tesla’s CFO or “Master of Coin” for four years, before departing from the company in 2023 — with a $590 million net worth.

    By • March 26, 2025
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    CFO evolution puts spotlight on data, tech skills

    The strategic CFO evolution is just one aspect of a wider shift in the responsibilities of the finance function in a tech-first world, Boyden’s Chad Hesters said.

    By • March 25, 2025
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    23andMe CRO details data breach’s role in bankruptcy

    The DNA-testing company, which filed for Chapter 11 Sunday, has been battling legal fallout from a 2023 cyber breach exposure that affected about 7 million customers. 

    By • March 25, 2025
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    Nearly one in five SMBs at risk of shutting down after a cyberattack

    SMBs are a growing target for malware, denial of service attacks, deepfake scams and ransomware, researchers found.

    By • March 25, 2025
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    OneStream CFO: Tariff turbulence is ‘good driver of business for us’

    The finance leader said disruptions in the current environment are in many ways reminiscent of what companies faced during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    By • March 24, 2025
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    Revolut US CFO aims for growth, maturity, with more ‘boots on the ground’

    Getting the balance between agility and compliance right is crucial for the fintech as it looks to continue its expansion into key markets like the U.S., Revolut CFO Max Lapin said.

    By • March 24, 2025
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    CRM holds financial tech tool MVP spot, for now

    While finance leaders surveyed currently value customer relationship management tools most, they expect buzzy GenAI to enjoy the highest future investment levels.

    By • March 24, 2025
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    Former Zadeh Kicks CFO pleads guilty in $80M wire, bank fraud scheme

    Both the former owner and ex-CFO of the now-defunct sneaker resale company face a maximum 30-year prison sentence and a fine of $1 million for conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

    By • March 21, 2025
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    Ransomware attacks surged 50% in February: NCC

    Attacks are on the rise even though law enforcement operations have continued to disrupt cybercriminal networks, according to NCC Group analysts.

    By • March 20, 2025
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    AI to become ‘increasing driver’ of growth: Adobe CFO

    Adobe debuted several new AI-driven products ahead of its investor day, as the company seeks to reassure investors of the technology’s momentum and monetization potential.

    By • March 20, 2025
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    Corpay CAO steps up as CFO exits for nonprofit

    Alissa Vickery is taking over as interim CFO as Tom Panther has left the company to become CFO of the National Christian Foundation.

    By • March 19, 2025
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    Deloitte, HPE team up to offer AI agents for finance teams

    “We're transforming financial operations together and will be able to bring that experience to our joint customers," HPE CFO Marie Myers said.

    By • March 19, 2025
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    Etsy grants new CFO inducement stock award

    The approved inducement grant comes as Etsy targets a stickier app experience as part of a strategy to reverse an ongoing trend of declining sales.

    By • March 19, 2025
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    Fed holds main rate steady, forecasts higher inflation, slower growth

    “Growth looks like it's maybe moderating a bit, consumer spending moderating a bit, but still at a solid pace,” Fed Chair Jerome Powell said during a press conference.

    By • Updated March 19, 2025
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    CIOs, CFOs clash over tech ROI, innovation budgets

    More CFOs describe tech spending as “excessive” than CIOs, one sign of friction between technology and finance leaders.

    By Roberto Torres • March 19, 2025
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    Minnesota CPA pathways bills get warmer welcome amid momentum shift

    Minnesota lawmakers previously drew opposition to proposed rules opening alternative paths to CPA licensure. Now a rising number of states are proposing similar legislation.

    By • March 18, 2025
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    Affirm executive joins crypto firm Gemini as CFO

    Dan Chen’s appointment could signal momentum in Gemini’s reported plans to conduct an IPO, coming as the crypto exchange closes the books on several regulatory actions.

    By • March 18, 2025
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    Data privacy fears erode consumer trust in digital services

    More than eight out of 10 consumers globally have abandoned an online brand over the past 12 months out of concern for their privacy.

    By • March 18, 2025
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    ServiceNow CFO pledges M&A ‘discipline’ amid AI mega-deal

    The enterprise software company is seeking to acquire AI startup Moveworks for $2.85 billion. 

    By • March 18, 2025
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    Children’s Place taps Ralph Lauren alum as CFO

    Ralph Lauren alum John Szczepanski will join the retailer’s leadership team as it struggles with liquidity concerns and looks to cut costs and pay down debt.

    By • March 17, 2025
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    Smarsh CFO keeps eye on strategic growth opportunities

    Smarsh CFO David Brolsma expects to see M&A tick up for fintech this year, as changing trends make potential acquisitions more strategically attractive for businesses.  

    By • March 14, 2025
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    AI project failure rates are on the rise: report

    The share of businesses scrapping most of their AI initiatives increased to 42% this year, up from 17% last year, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. 

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • March 14, 2025
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    CFOs combat near COVID-era disruption levels with hedging, FP&A

    Amid rising challenges from the Trump administration’s on-again-off-again tariffs, finance chiefs are facing intensifying pressure to quickly assess and offset risk.

    By • March 14, 2025